Pipturus oreophilus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreophilus
ID:
472957
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Florence
Source:
ksu
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Fl. Polynésie Franç. 1: 252 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472289
Common Names
- Oreophilus Pipturus
- Pipturus oreophilus
- Oreophilus Pipturus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pipturus oreophilus (also called Mountain Pipturus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Pipturus oreophilus is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pipturus oreophilus are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, thin, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pipturus oreophilus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Where to Find Pipturus oreophilus
Pipturus oreophilus can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Pipturus oreophilus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pipturus oreophilus?
Pipturus oreophilus
What type of plant is Pipturus oreophilus?
Tree
What is the natural habitat of Pipturus oreophilus?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Pipturus genus
Pipturus schaeferi, Pipturus platyphyllus, Pipturus subinteger, Pipturus succulentus, Pipturus lithospermum, Pipturus micronesicus, Pipturus montanus, Pipturus polynesicus, Pipturus oreophilus, Pipturus tooviianus, Pipturus verticillatus, Pipturus viridis, Pipturus vitiensis, Pipturus ledermannii, Pipturus grandifolius, Pipturus cinnamomeus, Pipturus grantii, Pipturus henryanus, Pipturus hubertii, Pipturus angustifolius, Pipturus dentatus, Pipturus australium, Pipturus ceramicus, Pipturus argenteus, Pipturus albidus, Pipturus forbesii, Pipturus kauaiensis, Pipturus ruber, Pipturus asper, Pipturus pullei,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,
References
Jacques Florence (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Florence' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:999616-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.